Local artist Tammy Ortegon lives in South Minneapolis with her husband and her two sons. She is also a local business owner running the Color Wheel Salon and Gallery, which features Tammy’s artwork along with that of other local artists.

Tammy has exhibited her paintings throughout the Twin Cities in galleries, cultural centers and community events. In 2004, she was commissioned to create two murals in South Minneapolis with local youth. She was awarded the Spirit of Powderhorn Award at the Powderhorn Art Fair in 2001, 2004, and 2007.

Tammy’s folk art style is alive with vibrant, textured color. Her work is inspired by the peoples of the world and their stories. Her vision is to offer a unique perspective of how we see each other, and start a dialogue among people that leads to communication, information and understanding, as well as working with others to create social change through the arts.

The Color Wheel Salon and Gallery
319 26th St. (46th and Grand)
Minneapolis, MN 55419
612-823-5693